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WEBUPDATE: Agassiz-Rosedale Bridge open after multi-vehicle crash. Multiple injuries reported. Sep 28, 2024 11:16 PM Read more >.
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Late-night head-on collision claims family of 3 near Agassiz
WEBJul 10, 2024 · A family of three from Deroche has died in a head-on collision near Agassiz early Tuesday (July 9) morning. At about 3:30 a.m., emergency responders were called to the scene of the crash between a car and a semi truck on the Lougheed Highway near Seabird Island. Two adults were pronounced dead on the scene.
Lakeside playground construction begins in Harrison
WEB2 days ago · Installation should be done by November. Photo/Marv Resler. There's a new addition coming to the shores of Harrison Lake. Construction on the village's newest playground has begun. The old playground has been removed as crews work to install rubber surfacing and the new playground equipment. The …
1 dead, 4 injured in serious single-vehicle rollover near Merritt
WEB13 hours ago · Police in British Columbia say one person is dead and four others are injured following a serious single-vehicle rollover near Merritt. RCMP were called to the scene at around 3:50 p.m. Saturday after receiving a report of a serious vehicle incident on Highway 5 north of Juliet Road. Police say a four-door sedan which was carrying five people ...
Harrison mayor declares state of local emergency
WEBMay 21, 2024 · 00:04:19. Harrison Hot Springs Mayor Ed Wood has declared a State of Local Emergency (SOLE) for the village. The declaration on Tuesday (May 21) morning relates to the threat of wildfires, with the mayor stating that the threat of interface wildfire poses an imminent threat to loss of life and property within the village’s boundaries.
Agassiz-Harrison reflects on Truth and Reconciliation
WEB3 days ago · This memorial walk has been held since The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation was established in 2021. Sts'ailes Coun. Boyd Peters (Xoyet thet) said the event has been picking up momentum for the past few years, and he was pleased to see so many new faces join them on the annual walk through …
Harrison asks public to stop sending letters about labour dispute
WEB3 days ago · Adam Louis/Observer. Harrison Hot Springs CAO Tyson Koch has asked the public to stop sending the village emails concerning the ongoing labour dispute between UNITE HERE Local 40 and the Harrison Hot Springs Resort after more than 100 residents and visitors participated in a letter campaign sponsored by the union.